Baby friendly chilli con carne

Homemade chilli con carne that the whole family can enjoy. A proper family favourite that is full of flavour and easy to adapt for little ones starting their baby led weaning journey.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pan and cook the finely diced onion for around 5 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Add the finely diced red pepper and cook for another 5–7 minutes until both are really soft.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic, cumin, paprika and mild chilli powder. Cook for 30 seconds.

Step 4

Add the beef mince and break it up really finely with a spoon as it cooks, until browned and thoroughly cooked.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato purée and chopped tomatoes.

Step 6

Simmer for 20–25 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are lovely and soft.

Step 7

Take baby’s portion out of the pan. Mash the kidney beans for their portion thoroughly and stir them into their chilli.

Step 8

Add the remaining kidney beans to the family chilli and simmer for a few more minutes.

Step 9

Serve with freshly cooked basmati rice and a sprinkle of cheese.